Imaging Tech Aide

Location: Northern

## Imaging Tech Aide Apply:
Florham Park, NJ:
Part time:
Posted Today:
R54170#
** About Our Company
** We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.
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** Job Description
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* Job Title:

Imaging Tech Aide
Department:
Imaging

Schedule:

Per diem#

Essential Job functions:

* Answers and places calls; takes and relays messages; handles requests/problems and refers to appropriate staff; demonstrates proper telephone etiquette.
* Relates to all patients in a pleasant and professional manner.
* Assesses / Screens patients for potential risk factors.
* Prepares patient for procedures providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
* Removes patient from the exam room and prepares for next procedure.
* Follows appropriate departmental protocol for procedures unless specified otherwise by the Radiologist.
* Obtains and documents the patient history and pertinent information.
* Ensures proper identification of patients and provides for patient privacy.
* Distributes radiology film requests as necessary and obtains the signature of the authorized person to whom films/cds are released, as required by HIPAA.
* Review radiology orders for completeness/errors/discrepancies and reconcile discrepancies with the physician’s office prior to completion.
* Demonstrates proficiency in the Athena Practice Management System.
* Is knowledgeable of the location of emergency equipment and medications to assist in the treatment of contrast reactions and other emergencies.
* Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care.
* Plans delivery of care according to patient activity and staff competencies.
* Verifies exams in the PACS system.
* Prints and copies studies from the PACS system.
* Calls other facilities to request for prior studies.
* Reports any unusual circumstances or problems to Chief Tech for proper action.
* Exercises proper precautions to ensure the safety of patients, the general public, staff, and self while performing duties.# General

Job functions:

* Corrects and Does orders when necessary.
* Cancels and reschedules patient appointments as needed.
* Ability to position patients for MRI exams when requested.
* Schedules patient and completes necessary screening forms as required.
* Ability to select and prepare proper equipment and supplies when requested.
* Replenishes and changes supplies in assigned areas as needed.
* Maintains a consistent level of productivity.
* Promotes and maintains a safe, clean and orderly work environment
* Consults and communicates with other departments in a professional manner
* Demonstrates understanding of safety, health, and morale needs of customers and co-workers.
* Demonstrates awareness of MRI safety and procedures for self and others.
* Other job duties as required.# Physical

Job Requirements:

* Pushing and pulling, taking frequency and weight into consideration.
* Physical strength to lift…